Downton Abbey Season 4: Photos from the January 12 Episode

Downton Abbey Season 4: Photos from the January 12 Episode

Mr. Molesley and Mr. Carson in the January 12 Episode

Mr. Molesley and Mr. Carson in the January 12 Episode

Do our eyes deceive us, or is that Mr. Molesley (Kevin Doyle) in a butler’s uniform almost as sharp as Mr. Carson ...

Do our eyes deceive us, or is that Mr. Molesley (Kevin Doyle) in a butler’s uniform almost as sharp as Mr. Carson’s (Jim Carter)?! Just last episode, he was scraping to get by and owed money all over the village. Thankfully, Mr. Bates (Brendan Coyle) stepped in and gave Molesley a much-needed boost.

Mrs. Patmore, Ivy, and Daisy Cook in the January 12 Episode

Mrs. Patmore, Ivy, and Daisy Cook in the January 12 Episode

Now that the resident cute boy on Downton’s staff, Jimmy Kent (Ed Speleers), says he’s sincerely interested in fellow staff member Ivy, we’re expecting things to get even hotter in the kitchen. So not ;surprisingly ;no one looks particularly happy in this photo including the red-faced Mrs. Patmore (Lesley Nicol) and the preoccupied Daisy Mason (Sophie McShera).

Lady Mary and Anthony Foyle Meet Again in the January 12 Episode

Lady Mary and Anthony Foyle Meet Again in the January 12 Episode

Looks like Lady Mary took Anthony Foyle (Tom Cullen) up on that offer to dance we heard about. Could that be a sparkle of attraction we see in her eyes? We sure hope so. Anything to make Mary feel alive again.

Cora Takes to the Dance Floor in the January 12 Episode

Cora Takes to the Dance Floor in the January 12 Episode

We can almost hear Rose MacClare (Lily James) complaining that the family is dancing too slowly at the upcoming shindig. Personally, we don’t mind if only because the slow pace gives us a better look at the stunning 1920s attire of the Crawleys and their guests.

Cousin Rose MacClare Enjoys the Party in the January 12 Episode

Cousin Rose MacClare Enjoys the Party in the January 12 Episode

Rose clearly didn’t lose her taste for dancing despite the disastrous turn of events at that tea dance in York she dragged

Rose clearly didn’t lose her taste for dancing despite the disastrous turn of events at that tea dance in York she dragged Anna (Joanne Froggatt) to last week.

A Special Guest Performs in the January 12 Episode

A Special Guest Performs in the January 12 Episode

In a much-anticipated performance, real-life opera singer Dame Kiri Te Kanawa performs during the party at Downton. She’ll portray famous early 20th-century singer Dame Nellie Melba.

Downton Abbey Takes in the Music During the January 12 Episode

Downton Abbey Takes in the Music During the January 12 Episode

In one of the few group shots we’ve had this season, we get a good look at most of the key upstairs members of the Downton household. All look at ease except for Mary and Tom who both gaze downward, lost in their thoughts, during Dame Kiri’s performance ...

In one of the few group shots we’ve had this season, we get a good look at most of the key upstairs members of the Downton household. All look at ease except for Mary and Tom who both gaze downward, lost in their thoughts, during Dame Kiri’s performance. Perhaps the opera singer picked a sad song that’s stirring up memories of Mary and Tom’s respective lost loved ones?

Downton Abbey Season 4 Spoilers: Photos from the January 12 Episode!

After the two-hour premiere of Downton Abbey's ;Season 4 ;in the U.S. we're already gearing up for the next installment of upstairs, downstairs drama. ;The next episode ;premieres on PBS on Sunday, January 12, and prepare for a doozy of a show.

The night's entertainment includes a glamorous upstairs party including a very special guest who may add a much-needed jolt to Lady Mary's (Michelle Dockery) life. There also appears to be quite a bit of hustle and bustle among the downstairs staff as they get ready for the big event. Also, in a much less festive twist, a shocking incident occurs that will forever change the course of one beloved character's life.

If you need to catch up on the season so far or just want to double-check a few details, read our roundup of Season 4. Needless to say, it's chock full of spoilers.